From today's trading desk on 19 Aug 2026, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) was quoted at ₹9,800 per quintal in Kanpur(Grain) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram Dal(Urd Dal) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) is about 5.3% below the period average — just 32.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Bangarpet APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 5 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹11,807 |
| 6 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Agra APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 8 Vuyyur APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 9 Gudlavalleru APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 10 Robertsganj APMC | ₹7,744 |
| 11 Pendurthi APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 12 Etah APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹6,500 (86.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) prices at Kanpur(Grain) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹14,610, with the average around ₹10,349. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,700 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,700 |
| 25 Jul | ₹14,610 | ₹14,610 | ₹14,610 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹11,413 | ₹11,413 | ₹11,413 |
| 14 Jul | ₹11,450 | ₹10,550 | ₹11,242 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹11,408 | ₹11,408 | ₹11,408 |
| 30 Jun | ₹12,524 | ₹12,524 | ₹12,524 |
| 25 Jun | ₹11,525 | ₹9,680 | ₹10,866 |
| 21 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹13,800 | ₹10,920 | ₹11,880 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Going to the top Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kanpur(Grain) APMC logged this Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rate on 19 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.